Innovative ByteSize iPhone SSD boasts fingerprint security, Find My tracking
Unlock your iPhone's potential with the BMX ByteSize SSD, adding up to 2TB of blazing-fast storage for high-res video and other files (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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How Tahoe’s Menu Icons Undermine Usability
Software engineer Nikita Prokopov uses Apple’s 1992 Macintosh Human Interface Guidelines to show how macOS 26 Tahoe’s menu icons violate fundamental usability principles—increasing visual search time and error rates, especially for users with low vision.Read original article

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Dell announces massive 52-inch 6K display with Thunderbolt
As part of CES 2026 this week, Dell today unveiled what it says is the “world’s first 52-inch 6K monitor.” The new Dell UltraSharp 52 Thunderbolt Hub Monitor features a 52-inch ultra wide curved display. That equates to 129 pixel-per-inch density. more…

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New MacBook accessory adds touch support to your display
The first touch-enabled Mac is rumored to launch later this year, but a new third-party ‘Magic Screen’ accessory says it can bring touch to existing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro displays. more…

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Kentucky launches new mobile ID app, Apple Wallet support coming soon
Kentucky today launched its new Kentucky mobile ID app for iPhone, allowing residents to access a digital version of their ID. While the app itself is available on the App Store starting today, there’s a big upgrade coming this summer: support for storing your Kentucky ID in Apple Wallet. more…

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Best of CES 2026: All of the weird, wild, and wonderful reveals from the biggest show in tech
CES 2026 – the biggest tech event of the year is now in full swing on the strip in Las Vegas with a countless number of new product reveals and wild new concepts. From desktop hologram machines and the new smart LEGO bricks, chargers that turn your phone into an AI robot assistant, the latest e-bikes, solar-powered gazebos, smart goggles, and the latest in electric vehicle tech, CES knows no bounds. We have collected all of the wildest and most intriguing reveals from the show from across our network for your browsing pleasure below.  more…

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Best of CES 2026: All of the weird, wild, and wonderful reveals from the biggest show in tech [Updated]
CES 2026 – the biggest tech event of the year is now in full swing on the strip in Las Vegas with a countless number of new product reveals and wild new concepts. From desktop hologram machines and the new smart LEGO bricks, chargers that turn your phone into an AI robot assistant, the latest e-bikes, solar-powered gazebos, smart goggles, and the latest in electric vehicle tech, CES knows no bounds. We have collected all of the wildest and most intriguing reveals from the show from across our network for your browsing pleasure below.  more…

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You can save $100 on the iPad mini at Amazon right now
Macworld If you’ve been thinking about spending your holiday gift cards on a new iPad, the iPad mini is a fantastic option, with an ultraportable design and powerful processor. And it doesn’t hurt that it’s 20 percent off at Amazon today, which means you can get one for $399, a savings of $100, and the best price we’ve seen since Black Friday. What separates the iPad mini from other tablets is its screen. While the iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Pro all have 11-inch displays, the iPad mini has an 8.3-inch display that is large enough to comfortably do just about anything but small and light enough to slide into any bag and even some pockets. Otherwise, it can do just about anything a larger iPad can do, with an A17 Pro chip powerful enough to support Apple Intelligence. We gave the iPad mini a 4-star rating when we reviewed it and loved the performance, size, and battery life. And it only got better with iPadOS 26 in the fall. So grab this Apple iPad mini A17 Pro for $399 before the deal expires and enjoy everything this super portable tablet has to offer. Buy now at Amazon

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New portable monitor offers high quality at an affordable price
Get high-quality performance and value with the Espresso Lite 15 portable monitor for your MacBook or iPad. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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New iPhone with 200MP camera gets release timing update
Cameras are among the iPhone’s most important features, and a new report indicates there’s a huge 200MP camera leap coming in 2028. more…

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Intricuit's Magic Screen adds touch support to the MacBook Pro display
Accessory startup Intricuit aims to make the touch-enabled MacBook Pro a reality, with a crowdfunded campaign for a screen overlay.The Intricuit Magic Screen on a MacBook Pro - Image Credit: IntricuitApple has long been rumored to be working on a form of touchscreen MacBook Pro, despite repeated public denials on the subject. While an official release is still a far-off dream, a start-up is attempting to make it a reality.The team at Intricuit has used CES 2026 to show its own solution, the Magic Screen for the current-gen MacBook Pro. It claims to be the first "snap-on touchscreen" for the MacBook lineup, adding touch capabilities to the notebook. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Satechi Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock has SSD bay & fast charging
Satechi has unveiled its first Thunderbolt 5 docking station at CES 2026, introducing a cube-shaped desktop hub with an integrated NVMe SSD enclosure.Satechi's Thunderbolt 5 CubeDockThe Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock expands Satechi's desktop accessory lineup and marks the company's first product built around Intel's latest high-bandwidth docking standard. The dock is part of a broader CES 2026 push that also includes a new Thunderbolt 5 Pro Cable, with additional office accessories planned later in the year.While not Mac-exclusive, the CubeDock is designed to align closely with modern Apple Silicon workflows. Satechi highlights native macOS support for high-resolution displays and power delivery without relying on DisplayLink software. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Satechi's Slim EX are low-profile wireless keyboards for cross-platform work
These Satechi Slim EX accessories are designed for seamless use across macOS, Windows, Android, and iPadOS, with an emphasis on portability and fast multi-device switching.Satechi's new Slim EX keyboards and mouseThe Slim EX Series consists of two wireless keyboards designed for different desk setups. The Slim EX3 Wireless Keyboard uses a full-size layout with a numpad and dedicated navigation keys, while the Slim EX1 Wireless Keyboard adopts a more compact form factor aimed at travel and smaller workspaces.Both keyboards use scissor-switch keys and a powder-coated metal base, pairing a slim profile with a rigid, desktop-oriented feel. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Top Apple product deals on Amazon right now (January 2026)
As we kick off 2026, Amazon is offering some impressive post-holiday discounts on popular Apple products. While Apple rarely slashes prices… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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HP just outdid Apple with its new HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC
Macworld For obvious reasons, we here at Macworld don’t cover Windows PCs, except when there’s a PC that’s unique enough to make us wonder why Apple didn’t think of it. That just happened with the new HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC, which was announced at the Consumer Electronics Show. HP designed this PC so that the computer itself is housed within the keyboard. Yes, you read that correctly: the CPU, GPU, RAM, SSD, and all the other parts that make a computer a computer are in the keyboard. All you have to do is connect it to a USB-C display, and you’re all set. The EliteBoard has a 140W Thunderbolt 4 port, so it gets its power from the connected display. A wireless mouse is also included. That’s pretty cool in and of itself. But HP takes it one step further by providing an option for a 32W internal battery. Why? So you can move the EliteBoard without shutting down the computer completely. That’s useful in production situations. There’s a whole computer inside that keyboard.HP If you’re thinking, “That keyboard must be pretty dang thick,” well, it’s actually only 12mm, thinner than a lot of mechanical switch keyboards. Apple’s Magic Keyboard is 10.9mm at its thickest point, so the EliteBoard isn’t much bigger. And it only weighs 1.7 pounds (768 grams), less than a MacBook. The one glaring issue with the EliteBoard is connectivity options. Since it has only one Thunderbolt 4 port, it relies on the display to provide a hub for connecting external storage devices, cameras, audio gear, etc. That means you need to make sure the display you pair with it has all the ports you need. It’s not a big deal in most general situations, but if, say, you have an elaborate audio setup to make music, your display may not have enough ports for all of your gear. The EliteBoard is a cool idea that makes me wonder why Apple didn’t think of it, because it seems to be possible to make a Mac built into a keyboard. After all, if you open up an iMac, you’ll find a lot of empty space, and the logic board is basically a small strip along the bottom of the display. Seems like those parts can easily fit into the base of a keyboard. If thermal integrity is an issue, perhaps Apple could use an iPhone chip and sell it as a cheap desktop Mac. I’d buy it. For now, we’ll have to settle for Windows. HP says the EliteBoard is “coming soon,” and hasn’t announced any pricing information.

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Satechi CubeDock combines Thunderbolt 5 connectivity with up to 8TB SSD expansion
Satechi's newest Thudnderbolt 5 dock — the CubeDock — stands out with its cube-shaped design and integrated NVMe SSD slot. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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iPhone will get 200MP cameras in 2028, says Morgan Stanley
Researchers from investment bank Morgan Stanley say Apple will add Samsung's 200MP cameras to the iPhone in 2028, and also add suppliers to potentially reduce costs.The rear cameras on Pro iPhone models are likely to get high-resolution sensors first. It's been expected that Apple will move to 200MP cameras in the iPhone at some point, and it's even been predicted that this will be in time for the iPhone 18 range.However, according to a note to investors by Morgan Stanley, seen by AppleInsider, it will be the iPhone 21 that first gains a 200MP camera. This is partly to make sure supplies are diversified instead of reliant on a single source. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Price drop: This keychain charging cable will save your bacon
This 8-in-1 EDC gadget is designed for anyone who needs fast charging. Save on a keychain charging cable with USB-C and Lightning. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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iOS 26 gave Apple Music three of my favorite new features in years
Apple Music took a big leap forward this year in iOS 26, adding a bunch of new features, three of which have quickly become some of my favorite additions in years. more…

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Deals: iPhone 16 Pro $620 off, Apple Watch Ultra 2 $250 off, black Trail Loop, Powerbeats Fit, more
Joining a fresh batch of new reveals at CES 2026 you can find right here, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break has some new discounts to scope out as well. Firstly, we are looking at up to $620 off the original price on iPhone 16 Pro units at Amazon alongside even deeper deals on iPad mini at $110 off. Those offers also join Apple Watch Ultra 2 models at up to $250 off, a new Amazon all-time low on Apple’s latest black Trail Loop in size medium/large, and deals on the latest Beats Powerbeats Fit. Scope it all out below.  more…

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Super-slim MagSafe power banks take the stage at CES 2026
Discover three sleek, newly announced iPhone power banks for charging on the go. Fast wireless charging without the bulk. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple's 2026 hardware pricing is under intense pressure from memory & chip inflation
While Apple hasn't done anything yet, the company is heading into 2026 with dramatically escalating memory and chip costs, as it aims to keep product pricing steadier than rivals.MacBook ProThe issue matters for Apple users because component inflation often shows up in storage tiers, memory upgrades, and configuration pricing. Macs are especially exposed since memory and storage choices are fixed at purchase.Morgan Stanley's note to investors, seen by AppleInsider, is based on recent supply-chain conversations rather than company guidance. The supply chain checks that the firm did in Taiwan point to tightening supply and higher input costs across phones, PCs, and servers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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You can finally bid on a strange assortment of Steve Jobs' personal effects
Steve Jobs' childhood ephemera has hit the auction block, revealing an almost unsettlingly intimate window into the Apple co-founder's early life.Image credit: RR AuctionRRAuction is currently hosting its Steve Jobs & the Computer Revolution: The Apple 50th Anniversary Auction. The auction is poised to be a big score for Apple collectors — but not for the usual reasons.We're no strangers to Apple auctions. They come up pretty regularly, and the items encased are pretty much what you'd expect. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Acorn review: A powerful photo-editing tools at a remarkably affordable price
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Bargain price No subscriptions required Powerful editing tools Universal app for Intel/Apple Silicon Cons Not much help for beginners Requires macOS 14 or later Our Verdict People who are new to photo-editing may prefer an app that provides a bit more help and guidance to get them started, but Acorn provides a variety of powerful editing tools at a price that’s hard to beat. As well as photo-editing, the app also includes some useful vector graphics tools, along with precise typographical controls – and just a sprinkling of AI as well. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$29.99 Best Prices Today: Acorn Retailer Price Flying Meat $29.99 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket With more and more software tools requiring monthly subscription payments it’s always good to see apps such as Acorn that simply charge a one-time fee that allows you to keep and use the app for as long as you want. Acorn was already sitting on our list of the best photo-editors for the Mac, and the latest version, Acorn 8 was recently listed by Apple as a Finalist for the 2025 App Store Awards. The price on the App Store is $29.99/£29.99, but you can also download Acorn 8 from the developers Flying Meat, and that version offers a 14-day free trial so that you can take a good look at the app before buying it.  Acorn 8 is a universal binary that runs on Intel Macs or Apple Silicon, but you do need macOS 14 or later to run it properly. If you’re using Tahoe (macOS 26) then Acorn 8 gives you the choice of using its traditional ‘classic’ interface or switching to the new Liquid Glass look instead. But if you’re using an older version of the macOS then there’s an archive of previous versions of Acorn still available that you can try in order to see how they run on your Mac – although, of course, these won’t include the latest features that are available in Acorn 8. As well as its photo-editing tools, Acorn includes a variety of precise typographical controls, including the ability to run text along a path. Flying Meat Acorn 8 certainly offers good value for money, as it includes impressive range of photo-editing tools that can match many of its more expensive rivals. There’s a simple palette on the left-hand side of the main editing window – known as the Canvas – which provides quick access to a standard set of editing tools, including rectangular, elliptical and freeform Selection tools, and a Magic Wand for automatically selecting areas by colour. And, as well as a conventional Crop tool, Acorn also includes a Perspective Fix option for cropping photos that have perspective or distortion problems.  You can use the Paint or Pencil tools to sketch in a few details of your own, but Acorn also includes some useful vector graphics tools for drawing shapes such as rectangles, ovals and arrows. Version 8 introduced a new Polygon tool that allows you to freely create multi-sided shapes, and there’s a Bezier Pen for more experienced artists who want to create simple illustrations by hand. Selecting any of these tools activates a second palette on the right-hand side of the Canvas, which provides additional controls for each tool, such as precise typographic controls for the Text tools, or the ability to adjust the size and style of the Paint brush in order to create different brush effects.  New AI features include Select Subject, which can precisely select the subject in the foreground on a photo and separate it from the background. Flying Meat As you’d expect, there’s an extensive selection of filters and effects that you can use to liven up your photos and, of course, there are new AI features as well. Acorn 8 doesn’t go overboard with its use of AI, but it does provide a Super Resolution upscaling feature that can increase the size and resolution of smaller images without losing clarity or details. There’s also an AI Select Subject tool that automatically selects the foreground subject in a photo and allows you to lift it away from the background. This works really well, quickly and easily lifting out detailed elements from a photo or, alternatively, you can use the Mask Subject tool to reverse this process and completely remove the background while leaving the foreground subject on its own. Most of these tools are quick and easy to use, but using more advanced features, such as masks and layers, does reveal the one weakness of Acorn 8. The app does seem to be aimed at more experienced users, and there’s not much help within the program for people who are new to photo-editing work. There are extensive Help files on the Acorn website, as well as some video tutorials, but these often just bombard you with long lists of features without explaining how they work – so if you don’t already know how the new LUT feature works (Look Up Tables) then Acorn’s Help files won’t enlighten you very much. Rivals such as Photoshop Elements do a better job of helping new users with its step-by-step Guided Edits. But, of course, Photoshop Elements is a lot more expensive – and now requires a subscription as well – so Acorn 8 is still excellent value for money, especially for experienced users who can dive straight in and make the most of its powerful tools. Should You Buy Acorn 8? We’d like to see Acorn provide more help for beginners, but it’s hard to criticise an app that provides so many powerful photo-editing tools at such a competitive price. Acorn 8 will particularly appeal to people who already have some experience of photo-editing work and need powerful tools without the never-ending cost of Adobe’s Creative Cloud subscriptions.

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Today in Apple history: Apple is back in the black
On January 6, 1998, Steve Jobs shocked Macworld Expo by revealing Cupertino's comeback. Apple was profitable again! (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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India’s iPhone exports go from zero to $50 billion in 5 years
India has achieved a significant milestone in global technology manufacturing by exporting iPhones valued at $50 billion over the last five… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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New high-end AirPods Pro are launching this year, here’s the rumored price
Apple devices with a ‘Pro’ designation offer more features at a higher cost, and that’s exactly what’s expected with this year’s higher-end AirPods Pro 3 model that’s coming. Here’s the rumored price. more…

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Got your iPhone? This new smart lock lets you in, hands free.
Thanks to advanced UWB technology via Home Key, Aqara Smart Lock U400 unlocks even as you approach the door. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Got your iPhone? This new smart lock lets you in, hands free.
Thanks to advanced UWB technology via Home Key, Aqara Smart Lock U400 unlocks even as you approach the door. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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OWC's 2-meter Thunderbolt 5 cable delivers full-speed performance at longer distances
Other World Computing has introduced a fully certified 2-meter Thunderbolt 5 cable designed to deliver full bandwidth, display support, and power delivery at a longer distance.OWC has a new Thunderbolt 5 cableThe cable targets workstation layouts where high-performance peripherals are not positioned directly next to a Mac, such as under-desk mounts, shelves, or rack setups. OWC says the added reach allows more flexible desk arrangements without sacrificing Thunderbolt 5 capabilities. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Walmart is offering $50 off iPads as part of their Black Friday sales, prices start at $299
Walmart is offering a $50 discount on Apple's 11" A16 WiFi iPads as part of their early Black Friday sales this weekend. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). These are the lowest prices currently available for new iPads (along with Amazon's): - 11" 128GB WiFi A16 iPad: $299, $50 off MSRP - 11" 256GB WiFi A16 iPad: $399, $50 off MSRP - 11" 512GB WiFi A16 iPad: $599, $50 off MSRP For the latest prices & deals, keep an eye on our iPad Price Tracker, updated daily.

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14-inch M5 MacBook Pros with 16GB of RAM on early Black Friday sale for up to $145 off MSRP
Amazon is offering early Black Friday sale prices on new 14" M5 MacBook Pros with 16GB of memory ranging up to $145 off MSRP (at the time of this post, current prices below), each including free shipping: - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Black): $1479, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Silver): $1549, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Black): $1655, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Silver): $1749, MSRP $1799 B&H Photo has new 14" M5 16GB MacBook Pros on sale for up to $140 off MSRP. B&H offers free shipping to most US addresses: - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Black): $1479, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Silver): $1549, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Black): $1659, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Silver): $1749, MSRP $1799 For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Mac mini with M4 Pro CPU on sale for $1266, $133 off Apple’s MSRP
Amazon has M4 Pro Mac minis on sale for $133 off Apple's MSRP, only $1266. This model has 24GB of memory and 512GB of SSD storage. Shipping is free. Their price is the lowest currently available for this popular mini: - Mac mini M4 Pro (24GB/512GB): $1266, $133 off MSRP For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple AirTags on early Black Friday sale for only $18
Amazon has Apple AirTags 4 Pack on sale for $64.99, shipped, as part of their early Black Friday sale. That's $35 off MSRP. A single Apple AirTag is on sale for $18.99 shipped. That's 38% off. For the latest prices and sales, see our AirTags Price Tracker, updated daily.

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